Paris - Von der Insel zur Metropole (1986)

This 1988 documentary by Evelyn Schels traces the history of Paris from its very beginnings. It follows the various phases, from its origins on the Île de la Cité in Roman times, through the settlements of bishops and kings, to its emergence as the nucleus of modern urban development. Among other things, it addresses the significance of the numerous monasteries formerly located outside the city limits, the establishment of the university, and Paris's role as a royal residence.